WELCOME TO ST IVES Located in the far west of Cornwall, this internationally renowned town is an enchanting place. People come to St Ives from all over the world to enjoy the invigorating sports and surf scene. With pristine sands, tropical clear waters, the historic and modern arts scene, fine dining and quality award winning hotels, the town and its surrounding areas are a rich and diverse holiday hotspot. From The Tate to numerous private galleries and art dealers, St Ives hosts a vast array of creative outlets and events. The town annually stages numerous festivals which include food, literature, arts and the well established September Festival. Associated with famous figures from our artistic heritage such as Barbara Hepworth, Bernard Leach and Alfred Wallis to a multitude of modern musicians, writers and poets, it boasts a rare and eclectic fusion of influences and people. The team at Visit St Ives Information Centre deliver the best of the town and its surroundings in an effort to give you a taste of the vibrancy, beauty and history of this ancient town. Visit St Ives Information Centre was reopened in June 2011 by the St Ives Town Council. The Centre is solely self funded and is dependent on our loyal team of volunteers who help us to remain open to help all our visitors. We want to ensure that no matter what the reason for your visit to St Ives, everyone has a relaxing and rewarding experience. We will be delighted to see you and ensure that you get the most from your time here. So, please do visit us we look forward to meeting you!
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